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Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Great views of the beach
Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 679.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot

Welcome to your oceanfront vacation rental in Carolina Beach! Escape to this first-floor space where the beach is just steps outside your door. Lose yourself in the views of the Atlantic Ocean, where you can start each morning with coffee to the sound of crashing waves while looking for dolphins swimming in the water. It is a great space for your entire family – including your four-legged friend!

Property Highlights:

• Spacious Accommodation: The primary bedroom features a king sized bed, while the second bedroom is outfitted with a convenient queen-over-queen bunk bed, comfortably accommodating family and friends.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen: Whip up delicious meals or bring home your fresh catch and prep a seafood delight in a kitchen stocked with all the essentials.
• Linens Included: Enjoy the convenience of having bed linens, towels, face cloths, and wash clothes provided.
• Dog-friendly: Bring your pup along to enjoy the vacation!
• Swimming: Access 2 community pools during your stay. (Open early April until October)
• Parking: 2 community parking passes provided.

Extras to Love:

• We've got you covered with all the fun stuff—like sand toys, coloring books, beach chairs and body boards.
• Close proximity to local attractions, dining and entertainment.

Whether you’re seeking a romantic retreat, a family vacation, or a weekend getaway with friends, this oceanfront property is the perfect spot to relax and recharge. Wake up to the sound of the waves, relax on the sandy beach just steps away, and create unforgettable memories at Carolina Beach – with your pup in tow!

WHERE YOU'LL FIND US

We've traveled up and down the North Carolina coast, and we haven't found a town we love more than Carolina Beach. At our condo, all the best spots are within easy reach. Plus, with access to two community pools, you can take a break from the sand and surf to practice your backstroke.

Of course there's the beach just outside your door, but within walking distance there's also Freeman Park for bonfires on the beach, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier, and a quaint downtown with plenty of places to shop or grab a bite. Don't leave without trying a Britt's donut!

Hop in your car (2 parking passes per condo) and drive just a few minutes to Carolina Beach State Park to walk down the Venus flytrap trail, see sea life up close at North Carolina Aquarium, or take a local tour to Shark Island.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved dogs are permitted with $75/stay fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All primary guests are required to read and electronically sign rental agreement prior to stay. Failure to do so may result in cancellation.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Freeman Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪GulfStream Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! The view is phenomenal! So responsive if you have any questions. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a Way to Unwind!

Located at the North End, it was an amazing getaway for my family. It has the perfect view to watch the sunrise. Greg was very informative and responded quickly. We highly recommend staying here and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Slice of Heaven

Our stay was pure enjoyment, all around. What a beautiful and clean condo with an exceptional view! We didn't want to leave. Carolina beach is such a special place, and this condo made it even more special. It's convenient to all the great restaurants and spots yet it felt very private and peaceful. We were so grateful that we could bring our dog along, too! We will definitely be staying at this little gem again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Great view of the ocean. Clean property. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend

Thank you for sharing your beautiful ocean front condo with us!! Everything was great! Beautifully decorated and everything we needed plus some 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W., Burlington, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We had a great weekend! Outstanding location! Condo had everything we needed—well appointed. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at the beach

Very nice and clean condo right on the beach, the kids sand toys and games were a big plus for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick beach trip

Just a two day beach trip and was perfect! So close to the beach I could sit on the porch and practically talk so family on the beach. Great interior. Large beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The property was exactly as listed. Beautiful well laid out condo with ocean views to die for. Everything you need to enjoy your stay was provided by the Hosts. I cannot recommend this property enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Thanksgiving Getaway

We were very pleased with the quality of this property. The owners were very responsive to inquiries prior to our arrival, their website provided the details we needed, the place was very clean, it actually had wonderful kitchen amenities (great coffeemaker, Calphalon pots/pans, plenty of towels, comfortable bed, great shower, WiFi/cable TV)! The morning view of the sunrise over the ocean did not disappoint.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Bill B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Clean, but needs maintenance.

Great view from deck. Property was clean BUT, it is in need of basic maintenance.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Dafina D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location and beautiful view

Great location and beautiful view from the balcony. The biggest downfall for us was that there was no faucet at the building to clean the sand off, you had to walk across the street by the pool. Also, shortly after we arrived, there was a lot of dog hair in bunches coming out from under the couch and that was disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fun Little Home Away From Home Oasis

The minute we walked into this unit it smelled "clean" and it was. We were welcomed with a delicious bottle of wine as well. We loved that all the towels were wrapped in plastic giving us an added sense of cleanliness. The whole check-in and check-out process was well instructed and made the whole experience much easier. The unit was well equipped with all the essentials one would need. Sitting on the balcony was the highlight of the unit and we did see dolphins on our last day there. We would definitely return to this lovely unit with a beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice place, beautiful view, not the best for dogs

We were very impressed with the condo itself! Loves: View of the ocean from the balcony, being steps to the beach, rain style shower heads (soooo nice!) Not so loves: We had pretty bad weather all week (nothing you can do about that), but the biggest frustration was having our dogs there because there’s really no good place to walk them so that was stressful. Overall, I think it’s a wonderful place to be for people, just not so much for the pups! Greg and Laura were very responsive and kind to allow a late checkout since our last day was by far the best weather day, and the condo management company was extremely quick to respond to a problem we had and very friendly! 🙂
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

caley r.

Over all nice.

The construction on the huge pipe out front ruined the ocean view. And the oven blew a fuse every time we tried to use it. Other than that it was nice and clean. We only got 1 trash bag. So bring your own.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views and great location!

This was our first time in Carolina Beach. This place is in a great location, not busy at all. The condo is very spacious. The deck view is probably the best part though. You are so close to the beach! It’s not like a lot of places where you have to walk a long way to get down to the ocean. The beach is not wide in this area so when the tide is in, there is not a lot of space so take your chairs down first thing in the Morning. The parking spaces can be a little tight if you have a large vehicle and probably the only downside to the location is that there is not a shower or hose to rinse your feet off when coming from the beach. The shower is located at the pool, which is located across the street. Not much the owners can do about that. The Owners were great with communication and answered all of our questions very quickly. We had a great time here and will definitely come back to this location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer S., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, but needs some care

Due to medical reasons for my large dog, I needed a location that had an easy way to enjoy the ocean view and beach. This did that for sure. However, the unit is not quite what it’s portrayed online. I’m am not new to VRBO on the island, but this is my least desired place. Arrived with previous guests dirty linens and no made beds. Rectified immediately- this was great. The living room is not the furniture in the picture. There is no futon as in description. The couch and loveseat were covered with furniture covering I’m guessing not designed for that style because the cushions would not stay on the couches. You sit down - they suck you up or cushions fall out beneath you plus overall don’t feel clean. The flooring regardless if i vacuumed, which I did, or broom clings on to sand. You wipe your feet on the inside mat - it was wet and made your feet dirtier. They advertise and show a picture of a full size washer/dryer - true, looks just like the photo. But, if you open the washer it’s ring and inside has mold on it. The unit structurally flooring isn’t level - fridge tilts as a result and just feels weird. But the constant wet feeling flooring with sand just feels grubby walking through. Lastly, not unit related was outside repairs happening on units above. Machine noise and which triggered my dogs - made for a difficult to work or enjoy ocean view. Plus, there was no prior notice, I would have changed my reservation to a diff unit, not good for dog at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication and location! We really enjoyed our stay. My morning coffee will never be the same...
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wasn’t what I was expecting but still awesome!

The pictures make the condo appear larger than it really was, but it was still plenty of room for 4 guest though. The room was clean and very comfortable. The view of the ocean from the balcony was perfect. The Property owners were very responsive and helpful. The conditions for my dogs weren’t ideal because you had to search for grass that didn’t have signs that said no poop or peeing. I suggest you take your dogs to the sand every time they use the bathroom to get them use to it. There is grassy areas they can use the bathroom but you have to find them. Overall I give this condo a 4.8 out of 5. My stay was very relaxing and rejuvenating. I would definitely go back and stay in the very same room. Very pleased with my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Syndi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls Get-Away

Rented for an extended girls weekend. 4 generations who love the beach and seafood. Property location was great with excellent beach access, wonderful views, and a comfortable stay. Could benefit from an added outdoor spigot/shower to clean off sand. Floors are somewhat uneven.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Access

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property has all the amenities to rest, relax and unwind. Steps to the Beach is a wonderful vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home base

We booked this condo to use as a home base while we saw our extended family for Thanksgiving. The property had everything we needed for simple meal prep, and our dogs were happy with the scenery from the back porch. We watched the sunrise every morning-directly in front of the porch. We were able to walk on the north end with the dogs every day-wide open spaces, and much needed relaxing time.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another lovely stay!

We have stayed several years in this unit. The owners are friendly and super responsive. The neighborhood and the beach are quiet at this end. You can’t get any closer to the beach and it’s a 30 second walk to two pools. We love coming here and always have a relaxing family vacation that can include our English Bulldog! This year there was significant beach erosion at the north end of the island but that’s to be expected given the storms this season. Did not deter from a great trip. We still went to the beach every day!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carolina Beach

Excellent property at Carolina Beach that is well maintained. The hosts were excellent and very proactive with their communication. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Greg and Laura Calone

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Hello! We have lived in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina for nearly 20 years after both having been raised in the Northeast. Greg initially moved to North Carolina for school and Laura for work. We are now a family of 5 with our 5 year old daughter Isabella and our 2 mini-goldendoodles Maddie and Mollie.

Why they chose this property

We have always loved the beach. Our journey started out by exploring the lighthouses of North Carolina. During our travels we came across Carolina Beach and found ourselves returning time after time. We came across Rolling Waves and knew immediately it was a place that we could call home. It is a place where we come recharge and unwind after a long week.

What makes this property unique

We loved this place so much that we wanted to share it with others. We want our guests to feel at home and like they are part of the family. We continue to make upgrades to help each guest have a wonderful experience.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests